Duhigg

Duhigg is a surname of Irish origin, commonly found in the United Kingdom and the United States. According to various sources, including genealogical databases, the name is derived from the Old Gaelic term "dúcha," meaning "to nip" or "sharp," and the personal name "Bhaigh," signifying "hatchet" or "battleaxe."

Notable individuals with the surname Duhigg include David Brooks, an American author and journalist. Brooks, born 1961, wrote the book "The Big Me" in collaboration with Charles Duhigg, an American author and journalist known for his work exploring habit and addiction. Brooks has written for various publications, including The New York Times and The Atlantic.

Charles Duhigg, born in 1964, is a Pulitzer Prize-winning American author and journalist. He was awarded the Pulitzer Prize for General Column Writing in 2009 for his reporting at The New York Times. Duhigg's work has primarily focused on scientific, social, and behavioral topics, such as habit, addiction, and social behavior. He has written numerous articles and several bestselling books, including "The Power of Habit: Why We Do What We Do in Life and Business" (2012) and "Smarter Faster Better: The Secrets of Being Productive in Life and Business" (2016).

Genealogical databases and records suggest the surname Duhigg originated in Limerick, Ireland, during the 17th century. The surname distribution is primarily focused in the United Kingdom and the United States, with significant concentrations in England, Ireland and New York City, respectively.